KENNEBUNK — Saturday, November 17, is the date for the annual Pine Cone Fair at Christ Church, 6 Dane Street, Kennebunk, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be a variety of Christmas decorations and crafts for sale, local craftspeople offering homemade tree ornaments, quilts, notecards, jams and jellies, baked goods, kitchen linens, and an array of other gift items. The much-loved Cookie Walk will offer the opportunity to assemble an assortment of your favorite homemade cookies. There will also be a Silent Auction.. More information www.christchurchkennebunk.org

KITTERY, Maine — Kittery Estates will be hosting a weekend open house at 220 State Rd. on Friday, Nov. 16 through Sunday, Nov 18.

At 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov 17 they will be having a pre-holiday Shopping Extravaganza featuring tables from local business.

They will also be a drop off site for the Toys For Tots campaign.

There will be fresh treats and coffee made on site by the Kittery Estates Chef.

If you have any questions, please call Kittery Estates at (207) 438-9111

LEE — Kickoff the holiday season in Lee, at the 29th Annual Lee Holiday Festival on Saturday, Nov. 17. Beginning with a 7:30 a.m. breakfast with Santa at the Lee Safety Complex, 20 George Bennett Road. Breakfast will be $5 for adults, $4 for children 5-12 years of age, four and under are free. Then, hop a ride with Santa to the Lee Church Congregational, 17 Mast Road (Route 155) in Lee. From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., the following events will be offered in Fellowship Hall: Fresh holiday floral arrangements, wreaths and garlands created by our Master Gardeners; A bakery table filled with freshly baked cookies and breads; A Child’s Room, where children can go shopping for their own special gifts on their Christmas list: affordable and gift wrapped for them. Help will be available, if needed; Gifts for your pets; A Book Room filled with gently used books; A Craft Room filled with handmade items; A white elephant room will include great bargains on very interesting items. Special handmade general greeting cards will also be offered.

From 9 a.m., homemade donuts and coffee will be served in Fellowship Hall.

Homemade soups and sandwiches will be offered from 11 a.m. on.

For further information contact Marian Kelsey at 659-3996 or Barbara Mariacher at 659-6428, Co-chairs.

ROCHESTER — Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary is having their 37th annual Christmas Holiday Craft Fair at the Knights of Columbus Hall on Columbus Avenue in Rochester. It will be held on Saturday, November 17. The fair will be open to the public from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Doors will open to the crafters to set up displays at 8 a.m. Tables measure 2.5 x 8 and rent for $25.00 each or 2 for $45.00, chairs will be supplied. Please contact Emma Caplette at (603) 332-3005 anytime.

Silent Auction, where there is sure to be something for everyone. Take a chance on a Raffle. Prizes include cash, food baskets, and the popular basket of cheer.

For more information call 603-742-8198

STRATHAM — The Exeter Area G.F.W.C. brings the 35th Annual Yuletide Fair to the Cooperative Middle School at 100 Academic Way, Stratham, on Saturday November 17. Hours: 9:00 – 3:00pm.

The Fair features over 100 crafters, the famous cookie & fudge table, breakfast breads, and Raffle Table. Refreshments available in the cafeteria. $1.00 Donation at the door to support local Food Pantry and club service projects.

SOMERSWORTH — The Somersworth Festival Association is holding its second annual Penny Sale Fundraiser at Somersworth High School on Saturday, Nov. 17. Help support SFA’s family-oriented activities like the Children’s Festival, Kids Koncerts, Breakfast with Frosty, and the Pumpkin Festival AND win great gifts! Prizes include Kindle Fire HD, Xbox 360 with Kinect, quilts, rounds of golf, Adirondack chair, cord of wood, $100 Amazon gift certificate, UNH Hockey jersey signed by the 2012 team, jewelry, home décor, gift certificates to area businesses, clothing, gift baskets, pet items, games, toys, and much, much more — there will be something for everyone!

Doors open at 10 a.m., with hourly series raffles. Penny Sale items will be drawn starting at 4 p.m.

For more information or to become an event sponsor call (603) 692-5869.

UNION — Annual Union Schoolhouse Craft Fair/fundraiser. Will be held on Saturday, Nov. 17th, 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Featuring a variety of hand crafted items from local artisans. Food concessions also available. The quaint, 2-room schoolhouse, built in 1903, was reopened this Fall as a resource center for area home schooling families. We are raising funds to assist a local family in need of adaptive equipment for a handicap van. 80 Chapel St. Union, NH. www.unionschoolhouse.org.

KITTERY, Maine — The Second Christian Congregational Church of Kittery, 33 Government Street, will hold its annual Evergreen Festival this year on Saturday, Nov. 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Highlights of the fair will include a Country Store with baked beans, cheese, homemade pickles, relish, sweet jams and jellies, and much more. Also featured will be home-baked goods, fudge and candy, hand-made gift items, jewelry, holiday arrangements, wreaths, ornaments, theme baskets, and attic treasures. The Coffee Shoppe will offer coffee, tea and home baked treats throughout the afternoon. Prizes for the raffle include a gourmet gift basket, an oil pastel painting from Marginal Way in Ogunquit by Bradford Sherman, a handmade quilt by Denise Baran, and $50.00 cash. Raffle tickets are $1.00 each or 6 for $5.00. The raffle drawing will be at 2:00 p.m. (attendance not required).

A luncheon will be served from 11:00 to 1:00 p.m. and will include a choice of lobster roll, chicken pot pie, or soup, all served with chips or roll, dessert, and beverage. The luncheon prices range from $6.00 to $8.00.

For further information call the church office at (207) 439-3903

NORTH BERWICK, Maine — The 5th annual Neighborly Craft Fair is being held to benefit the local food pantry and fuel assistance fund of North Berwick. It will take place at the North Berwick Primary School on Saturday, Nov. 24 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Amongst the holiday hustle and bustle, it is also a time when people think of the needs of others. Once again there will be raffles and an outstanding Silent Auction with works from renowned Artists. An application for table space is available at townofnorthberwick.org. For further information email nbneighborlycraftfair@gmail.com or call Linda at 207-676-9063 or Rindy at 207-676-4414

WOLFEBORO — Christmas is just around the corner and it’s not too early to be thinking of gifts for those special people in your life! The public is invited to the Holiday Craft Fair on Saturday, November 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The location is the Harriman-Hale American Legion Hall at 142 Center Street. This is an indoor fair held rain or shine, featuring many hand-made items to satisfy your shopping pleasure. The American Legion Auxiliary is a non-profit organization, whose mission is to help the needs of veterans, their families, and the community.

Contact Rachel Chamberlin at 603-569-4296 for more information

DURHAM -- Four Durham Churches continue tradition by holding their Annual Christmas Fairs the first Saturday in December. This year the four downtown Durham churches will simultaneously celebrate the holidays on Saturday, Dec. 1st, 9am-2am. Fairgoers can visit The Durham Community Church and St. George’s Episcopal church located across the street from one another at 17 Main Street. Around the corner shoppers will enjoy St. Thomas Moore and The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship at 6 and 20 Madbury Road. Each church situated close together features its own specialty. Come to Durham to experience carolers and music while finding wonderful homemade gifts, swags, wreaths, partridge berry bowls, felt bird ornaments, cookie walk, jewelry, raffles, Santa shop, silent auction, lunch, soups, baked goods and more.

For more information: Contact Bryn Burns, 603.743.1813.

NEWMARKET — On Saturday, December 1st, the Annual Christmas Fair at the Newmarket Community Church at 137 Main Street, downtown Newmarket, will open its doors with open arms at 8 a.m. — snow or shine — in the church vestry until 2 p.m., and admission is free!

You can come and eat, shop, visit with new and old friends and buy some good old-fashioned Christmas cookies, cakes and pies and lots of other goodies. It’s a great way to get in the spirit of Christmas and get a head start on your shopping. There will be something for everyone — from grab bags for the children to Christmas decorations to our two new booths selling vintage items and man cave “stuff” — all in a warm, cozy and inviting setting” said Pam Boutilier, one of the NCC Christmas fair committee members.

Other highlights for the fair include a visit from Santa, door prizes, a raffle and auction, kids games & toys, and many other surprises! To make a donation to, or for more information about the fair, please call the church office @ 603-659-3892.

SOMERSWORTH — The 20th Annual Holiday Craft Fair on Saturday, Dec. 1 from 9 a.m to 3 p.m. at Somersworth High School is sponsored by the Somersworth Festival Association. The SFA hosts one of the areas largest and best holiday craft fair in the region. A full kitchen is provided by the SFA board members so you can stay and browse to your heart’s content.

For more information please call Sue at (603)692-5869. Check out our website for the applications nhfestivals.org

ROCHESTER — Even Santa’s elves will find plenty of gifts at The Homemakers Health Services’ Day Out Holiday Craft Fair being held on Friday and Saturday, December 7th and 8th at The Homemakers Health Services, 215 Rochester Hill Road, Rochester.

The Holiday Craft Fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, Dec.7th and from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, December 8th. Proceeds will benefit the Day Out program’s Activity Fund.

GREENLAND — Greenland Community Congregational Church will hold its Annual Christmas Fair on Saturday, Dec. 8 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Greenland Parish House on Post Road/Route 151 in Greenland Center. There is no admission for this community holiday event and it will feature two floors of merchandise and activities. The fair’s Silent Auction will be at the center of the event, featuring artwork and handmade items, restaurant gift certificates, passes to area attractions, gift baskets, and more. For more information contact the church at 603-436-8336 or visit www.communitychurchofgreenland.org.

EXETER — This year’s Rotary Holiday Auction is Monday, December 10th from 5:30 p.m. — 9 p.m. It will be held at the Hampton Inn & Suites, 59 Portsmouth Avenue in Exeter. Tickets $20 in advance and $25 at the door include complimentary hors d’oeuvres, champagne toast and a cash bar. Some of the auction items this year include: 2 Front Row Floor Celtic tickets with passes to private TD Gardens Club, Mystery Plane Trip from Pease to ??? for lunch, golf packages, wine, jewelry, art, furs, designer luggage and purses, cosmetic dental packages, vacation packages to Moose Head Lake Tomhegan Resorts, Attitash Mountains and Lake Winnipesaukee and more ...

Please contact Ann Schieber at annschieber@hotmail.com or call (603) 770-2744 if you wish to purchase a tickets, contribute an item for the auction, or become a sponsor.

With many fun craft stations, make your holiday gifts both special and green. Pixels & Pulp will be here with a card making craft activity. Mary’s Dogs will also be here with a station to make bandannas for adopted dogs and the special dog or cat in your life. Artist Lynne Szymanski will work with kids to help them make unique sculptures with recycled wood. This event is free for Green Alliance Green Families Club Members. Join at www.greenalliance.biz/join and then rsvp to Tricia@greenalliance.biz. Call 603-817-4694 for more info or visit www.greenalliance.biz